Project Report
| Nov 11, 2024
One-Forty Project Report 2024.vol 03
By Lucy Wen | Growth Marketing
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Support a Brighter Future for Migrant Workers through Education, Building a More Inclusive Taiwan
Taiwan: A Land of Dreams for 700,000 Migrant Workers
Every year, thousands of migrant workers travel over 3,000 kilometers to pursue a better life in Taiwan. They’re the backbone for families back home and a vital part of caregiving in our own homes. They bring with them dreams and, like us, grow to love this beautiful land.
Changing Futures for Migrant Families through Education
"I miss my family and feel a deep attachment to my hometown, but coming to Taiwan has given me the chance to become someone different." Despite their limited days off, many migrant students dedicate their precious time to One-Forty’s Migrant School, hoping this journey to Taiwan will change their lives and futures.
"I want to learn how to take care of my grandmother." "I want to return to Indonesia to teach Mandarin and help other migrant workers like me!" Through education, students tell us that they improve relationships with host families, build lasting friendships in Taiwan, and create a brighter future for their loved ones.
One-Forty: Building Bridges Between Migrant Workers and Taiwanese Society
Founded in 2015, One-Forty has been dedicated to migrant worker education for nearly a decade. Through in-person classes and an online learning platform, we've supported over 90,000 migrant workers in learning Mandarin, Taiwanese, cultural adaptation, and caregiving skills. This school, built by the Taiwanese for migrant workers, not only shares knowledge but extends kindness. We help migrant workers overcome cultural barriers, improve interactions with their host families, and bring peace of mind to the elderly they care for!
Jul 15, 2024
One-Forty Project Report 2024.Vol 02
By Lucy Wen | Growth Marketing Specialist
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Unboxing! The Vibrant Lives of Migrant Workers After Hours
Have you ever wondered about the daily lives and living conditions of the 750,000 Southeast Asian migrant workers in Taiwan?
Most factory workers mostly reside in dormitories provided by their employers, where they look out for each other within their communities. On the other hand, migrant workers employed as caregivers for families often live with their employers. While some have their own rooms, many must constantly accompany those they care for, sometimes sharing a room with elderly individuals, further blurring the line between work and personal life.
Recently, we partnered with the Taiwanese YouTube team "HahaTai" to step into the daily living spaces of these migrant workers. We witnessed how, after work, they gradually create their own world through decorations in their rooms, thousands of kilometers away from home in Taiwan. Each item, brimming with memories, may signify blessings and longing from family and friends back home, or connections formed within Taiwan's community networks, supporting each other as they move forward together.
Through this opportunity, we have gained a deeper understanding of the diverse facets of migrant students. Apart from learning Chinese, some enjoy music and are learning to play guitar with classmates. Others engage in hiking, carrying trash bags whenever they have free time to clean up mountains and beaches with friends, spreading their love and care for the Earth.
The days of migrant workers in Taiwan are perhaps richer than we might imagine!
Feb 16, 2024
One-Forty Project Report 2024 vol. 1
By Maureen Lee | Administration Personnel
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PROJECT REPORT
One-Forty is a non-profit startup committed to SEA migrant worker issue. Our mission is “Make every migrant journey worth and inspiring”. We also believe every person deserves to dream, and every story deserves listeners. To accomplish our mission, we are devoted to empower them with required skills and trainings, so they can regain self-awareness and self-confident with clear visions and better lives. In the process, we also aspire to improve structural economic issues.
The Journey of One-Forty Migrant Life School
Last year, we collaborated with Taipei City Hospital to launch the "Dementia Care Foreign Caregiver Training Program." This collaborative effort not only deepened our team's understanding of the caregiving landscape but also illuminated numerous areas where our ongoing efforts can be directed. In situations where both language proficiency and professional knowledge are lacking, foreign caregivers, responsible for 1/5 of Taiwan's dementia care duties, often find themselves facing immense pressure, to the point of losing their voice.
In addition to crafting a caregiving handbook in Indonesian, we established an online community to facilitate the exchange of experiences and mutual support among migrant workers. In a recent community discussion addressing "How to handle accusations of theft from the elderly being cared for," One-Forty provided a comprehensive explanation of various dementia-related symptoms, aiding migrant workers in comprehending the underlying reasons for such situations. Numerous migrant workers, drawing from similar experiences, shared their own coping strategies, providing valuable insights for those navigating through difficulties.
Furthermore, to embrace the essence of multiculturalism, One-Forty is actively collaborating with educators across various disciplines. Beyond the release of educational resources on migrant worker issues, we have organized teacher workshops. These sessions delve into the current landscape of migrant worker issues in Taiwan and feature practical demonstrations of teaching plans, actively involving educators. Witnessing educators from diverse backgrounds willingly devote their weekends to these workshops, all in an effort to make important issues engaging for students, serves as a profound source of inspiration for our team members.